Nebraska Data Conference 2012

It's More Than Numbers

It is widely publicized that we are in the midst of a data explosion, and education data is a part of it.
No longer is the primary concern with data simply collection and quality. Now more than ever, we are looking for
appropriate uses for the data and deriving meaning from the story the data is telling us.

In the past, the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) Data Conference primarily focused its attention on
providing the data stewards of Nebraska schools with the necessary tools and information to submit the highest
quality data. This year we have broadened that focus to include data users and policy makers. We want the whole
of our education community to collaborate and build a conference that presents rich learning opportunities. Also
new this year will be opportunities for multiple formats of presentations; from lectures to mini-courses.

“We must be more vigilant and more effective in promoting the use of data to improve education!”